Instructions:
Set the oven to 200°C. Scrub and dry 4 large baking potatoes (about 250g-300g each). Prick them in several places with a fork. Bake directly on the oven shelf for 1 1⁄2 – 2 hours or 30 minutes for new potatoes, until they feel soft when you squeeze them. The toppings can be provided as a selection along with options such as butter, grated cheese and sour cream.

Toppings

1 Blanch 2 large tomatoes then remove skins and seeds. Dice the flesh into small cubes. mix with 2 tablespoons of finely chopped spring onions and 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh herbs: can be basil, coriander or parsley. Add a little salt and black pepper.